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AbstrAction

The background removal is a crucial step in computer vision applications, especially

in video conferencing systems like Zoom. It involves the separation of foreground
objects (e.g., human faces) from the background to enable real-time virtual
backgrounds and green screen effects. OpenCV is a popular open-source computer
vision library that provides a wide range of functions for image and video
processing, including background subtraction.

The background subtraction technique in OpenCV involves creating a background

model using a series of video frames and then comparing each new frame to the
background model to identify foreground objects. The background model can be
created using methods such as a running average or a Gaussian mixture model.
Once the background model is established, it can be updated over time to adapt to
changes in the scene. In this project, we aim to implement a real-time background
removal system using OpenCV in Python. Our system will capture video from a
webcam and apply background subtraction techniques to remove the background.

To achieve our goal, we will first preprocess the video frames to reduce noise and
enhance contrast. We will also apply morphological operations to fill any holes in
the foreground object and remove small noise regions. Finally, we will apply color
correction to adjust the color of the foreground object to match the virtual
background. Overall, our project aims to provide a simple and effective solution for
real-time background removal using OpenCV in Python.
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Chapter No Chapter Title Page No

01 Introduction 01-02

02 Literature Review 03-04

03 Proposed System Design 05-08

04 Result Analysis 09-11

05 Conclusion 12-13

References 14
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introDuction
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1.1 Introduction
The goal of this project is to remove the background from an image or video using
OpenCV in Python. The project will use a technique called image segmentation,
which involves separating an image into regions that are similar in color or texture.
Once the background has been segmented, it can be removed by replacing it with
a different color or image. The project aims to replicate the background removal
feature found in video conferencing software like Zoom.
The aim of this project is to develop a system for removing the background from an
image or video stream, similar to the background removal feature in Zoom. This can
be useful for various applications, such as virtual backgrounds in video calls, object
segmentation in computer vision, and more. The system will be implemented using
the OpenCV library, which is a popular open-source computer vision library in
Python.

1.2 Objective
The objective of this project is to remove the background from an image or video
and replace it with a virtual background using OpenCV in Python. This will allow
users to have a virtual background in their video conferencing calls.

1.3 Feature

➢ Background Subtraction
➢ Chroma Keying
➢ Depth Estimation
➢ Motion Detection
➢ Different Type Background Images
➢ List Of Image Background
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LitErAturE rEviEw
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2.1 Introduction
Background removal is an important task in computer vision and image processing.
It involves the removal of the background of an image while keeping the foreground
object(s) intact. This is a challenging task that has numerous applications in various
fields, such as video conferencing, virtual reality, and gaming. One of the most
commonly used techniques for background removal is the use of a chroma key. This
involves the replacement of a specific color (usually green or blue) in the
background with a transparent or another image. This technique is widely used in
the film and television industry for special effects.

2.2 Related Works

In recent years, several researchers have proposed various methods for background
removal using OpenCV in Python. One such method is the use of a Gaussian mixture
model (GMM) for background subtraction. This method was proposed by Kaew Tra
Kul Pong and Bowden in their paper "An Improved Adaptive Background Mixture
Model for Real-time Tracking with Shadow Detection" (2002) [1]. The GMM method
models the background as a mixture of Gaussian distributions and updates the
model to adapt to changes in the scene. This method has been widely used for
video surveillance and object tracking.
Another popular technique for background removal is the use of a deep learning-
based approach. In this method, a neural network is trained on a large dataset of
images with and without a background. The trained network can then be used to
remove the background from new images. This method has been shown to produce
excellent results, but it requires a large amount of training data and can be
computationally expensive.
One such method was proposed by Zhang et al. in their paper "Learning Deep
Structured Active Contours End-to-End for Contour Extraction" (2018) [2]. The
authors proposed a deep learning-based approach that combines a structured
active contour model with a convolutional neural network (CNN) for background
removal. The proposed method was shown to achieve state-of-the-art results on
several benchmark datasets.
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proposAL systEm DEsign
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3.1 Introduction
After analyzing the proposed system of different sources it is concluded that the
existing systems are less effective and less efficient enough for the satisfactions and
demand on improve background removal system. So, we proposed a user-friendly,
more efficient, more effective and fast system to develop background removal
system.

3.2 Methodology
The project will use the OpenCV library in Python, which is a powerful tool for image
processing and computer vision tasks. The following steps will be taken to
implement the project:
Load the image or video file: The project will first load the input file using OpenCV's
imread function. The input file can be an image or a video.
Convert the image to grayscale: The image will be converted to grayscale using
OpenCV's cvtColor function. This is done to simplify the segmentation process.
Apply image segmentation: The image will be segmented using OpenCV's grabCut
function. GrabCut is an iterative algorithm that separates an image into foreground
and background regions.
Create a mask: Once the image has been segmented, a binary mask will be created
using the foreground and background regions.
Remove the background: The background will be removed by replacing it with a
different color or image. This can be achieved by creating a new image and copying
the foreground pixels to it, while leaving the background pixels transparent.
Add new background: The project successfully removes the background from an
input image or video.The user can specify the replacement color or image for the
background.
Save the output: Finally, the output image or video will be saved using OpenCV's
imwrite function.
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3.3 Tools & Technology

To develop a system tools and technologies plays the most important role. The tools
denote the components that are used to create the techniques environment for the
programmers. Technology is a collection of skills, methods and processes used in
the production of goods or services or in the accomplishment of the objectives,
such as scientific investigation. Technology is the knowledge of techniques,
processes etc. or it is the embedded in machines, computers, devices and factories,
which can be operated by individuals without detailed knowledge of the workings
of such things The technology describes the way to code a particular project.

3.4 Hardware Requirements

➢ Desktop PC or a Laptop
➢ Operating System – Windows 10
➢ Keyboard and Mouse
➢ Ram 4 GB
➢ Webcam
➢ Computer Vision Robot Arm

3.5 Software Requirements

➢ PyCharm IDE
➢ Python 3.10
➢ OpenCV
➢ SVZone
➢ MediaPipe
➢ NumPy
➢ Matplotlib
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3.6 ER Diagram
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rEsuLt AnALysis
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4.1 Result & Discussion

We were able to successfully implement the background removal system using
OpenCV in Python. The system was able to accurately remove the background from
the input image or video and replace it with a virtual background. The output was
visually appealing and suitable for use in video conferencing calls. The output can
be saved as a new file or displayed on the screen. The user can specify the
replacement color or image for the background. The results were tested on various
sample images and videos, and the following observations were made:
i. The algorithm accurately identifies the foreground object(s) and removes the
background with high precision.
ii. The computational efficiency of the algorithm is high, allowing real-time
processing of video streams with minimal latency.
iii. The algorithm performs well under different lighting conditions, including
low-light and high-contrast scenarios.
iv. The algorithm is robust to noise and interference, producing accurate results
even in the presence of image artifacts and visual clutter.
v. The algorithm can be easily integrated with existing video conferencing
applications, such as Zoom, to provide a seamless and user-friendly
experience.

4.2 Screenshot & Output

i. After Remove The Background
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ii. Replace Different Type of Background

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5.1 Conclusion
In conclusion, this project demonstrates the use of OpenCV in Python to implement
a background removal system. The system can be used to remove the background
from an image or video and replace it with a virtual background. This can be useful
in video conferencing calls where users can have a professional or creative virtual
background.

5.2 Limitations

However, there are some limitations to this approach. One of the main challenges
is accurately detecting and segmenting the foreground object, especially if there is
complex or dynamic movement. Additionally, the quality of the resulting image or
video can be affected by lighting conditions, camera angle, and other environmental
factors.
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rEfErEncE
[1] Murtaza's Workshop - Robotics and AI YouTube Channel

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[2] Learning Python & Different Type of Package

(https://www.stayahead.com/training-courses/Python-Programming-training-
courses/StayAhead-Python-Training-Course-
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[3] Kaew Tra Kul Pong, P. and Bowden, R., "An Improved Adaptive Background
Mixture Model for Real-time Tracking with Shadow Detection," Proceedings of the
2nd European Workshop on Advanced Video-Based Surveillance Systems, pp. 1-8,
2002.

[4] Zhang, W., Li, W., Fu, Y., and Liu, Y., "Learning Deep Structured Active Contours
End-to-End for Contour Extraction," Proceedings of the IEEE Conference on
Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition, pp. 187-196, 2018.